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May 31, 2026 (Sunday)
Minutes of the weekly literary dialogue meeting
Topic: Relevance of great poet Jaishankar Prasad in the context of literature and cultural consciousness
Special Discussion: "Literary and Cultural Contribution of Great Poet Jaishankar Prasad"
Program Description :
Organiser: Mahakavi Jaishankar Prasad Trust and Literaturenama (joint auspices)
Medium: Google Meet (Online)
Date: May 31, 2026
Timings: 4:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Stage management and program outline:
Moderated by: Shri Vishal Malviya (Editor-in-Chief, Literaturenama)
Saraswati Vandana: Ms. Sneha Tiwari
Welcome Address: Shri Awadhesh Kumar Gupta (Founder and Convener, Mahakavi Jaishankar Prasad Trust)
Final Special Address: Ms. Kavita Prasad (Great Granddaughter of Great Poet Jaishankar Prasad)
Vote of Thanks: Shri Varun Singh Gautam
Closing: Shri Vishal Malviya
Seminar Details:
This weekly symposium, focused on the multifaceted literary and cultural contributions of the great poet Jaishankar Prasad, a great promoter of the Indian literary tradition and the originator of Chhayavad, was successfully organized. This platform proved to be a center for meaningful dialogue between Indian knowledge tradition, cultural values, and contemporary discussions.
The program began with a melodious Saraswati Vandana presented by Ms. Sneha Tiwari. Following this, Mr. Awadhesh Kumar Gupta delivered a welcome address, presenting the outline of the symposium, and felicitating all the scholars and researchers present. The entire program was coordinated and effectively conducted by Mr. Vishal Malviya, Editor-in-Chief of Literaturenama.
Major statements and literary discussions:
Mrs. Manju Rani Singh: Through Prasad ji's play "Dhruvswamini," you expressed profound thoughts on women's self-respect and ideological independence. You also presented a comparative analysis of modern women's consciousness in the light of "Aansu" and "Kamayani."
Dr. Sushil Kumar Pandey: You offered a detailed analysis of the philosophy of love in Kalidasa's "Abhijnan Shakuntalam" and Prasad's "Kamayani." You highlighted the Himalayas and Manasarovar as vibrant symbols of Indian cultural consciousness.
Shri Mahendra Bhishma: While highlighting the evolution of Hindi short stories, you mentioned the traditions of Prasad, Premchand, and Mahadevi Verma. Through the story "Mamta," you analyzed the tragic reality of women's lives.
Mr. Piyush Goyal: You shared your extensive writing experience and your unique practice of mirror writing. You emphasized the need for innovation in literature and recalled the creative contributions of Prasad and Premchand.
Shri Pranay Srivastava: You have beautifully explained the various dimensions of nature and women's consciousness on the basis of the poem 'Aansu'.
Acharya Dr. Vijay Gunjan: Your speech was the highlight of the symposium. You described "Kamayani" as a grand narrative of the Indian mind and philosophy. You shared your profound thoughts on self-study, the scientific nature of Hindi, and the tradition of poetry.
Dr. Prafull Kumar: You pointed out the need for rereading 'Kamayani' in the present consumerist era and said that Prasad's contemplation leads man towards self-realization and balance.
Shri Madhusudan: You presented an important plan for the conservation of Prasad Smriti Bhawan, Rajgir, Bihar and its development as an active cultural centre.
SMRITA PUSHPA RANI VERMA:
Describing Chhayavad as the golden age of Hindi literature, he discussed the emotional beauty of 'Aansu' and read an emotional poem dedicated to Prasad ji from his diary.
Shri Arjun Pandey: You introduced your creative journey in Awadhi language and gave an impressive recitation of your poem in honour of Prasad ji.
Mrs. Anita Khare: Through your poem “Hindi Ka Sapna”, you raised the questions of language and national identity in a very powerful manner.
Ms. Kavita Prasad (Great Granddaughter of the Great Poet Jaishankar Prasad):
In the context of the story "Mamta," you discussed contemporary social evils and issues like the practice of Sati. You clarified that Prasad's literature remains highly relevant to the development of social consciousness even today.
Writers and participants present:
Many literature lovers and researchers including Anshika Tiwari, Ankit Mishra, Anjali Kumari, Anita Khare, Abdul Rehman, Arjun Pandey, Kavita Prasad, Khushboo Sharma, Dr. Arjun Gupta, Dr. Prafull Kumar, Navneet Mishra, Piyush Goyal, Pushpa Rani Verma, Pranay Srivastava, Manju Rani Singh, Madhusudan, Mamta Singh, Mahendra Bhishma, Rita Gautam, Varun Singh Gautam, Md. Attik, Acharya Vijay Gunjan, Dr. Vandana Thakur, Akanksha Tiwari, Vishal Malviya, Kavita Bora, Sunny Singh, Singh ji and Hari Prakash were present in the seminar.
conclusion
The symposium made it clear that the literature of the great poet Jaishankar Prasad is not just a heritage, but an invaluable repository of human values and philosophical vision. All scholars expressed their commitment to passing this literature on to the new generation and to continuing such events.
Organizer:
Mahakavi Jaishankar Prasad Trust and Literaturenama @all
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